Security Deposit
Money paid to another to be held as security for
the occurrence of a specified event.
Sedition
The speaking or publishing of words which excite
public disorder or defiance of lawful authority.
Seisin
The legal possession of property. In law, the term refers more specifically to
the possession of land by a freeholder.
Seizure
illegally obtained property taken by law enforcement officials that could
include any cash or assets purchased by means of illegal activity
Self-defense Defense
a type of defense in a criminal proceeding that attempts to justify someone's
use of force as necessary to protect themselves or another
Sentence
The punishment given to a person who has been
convicted of a crime. It may be time in jail, community service, or a period of
probation.
Separation
married persons living apart, either informally
by one leaving the home or agreeing to "separate."
Separation Agreement
A private contract between separating spouses
resolving issues of joint, family, or marital property or assets, support and
child responsibilities.
Sequester
To keep separate or apart.
Sequestration
The taking of someone's property, voluntarily or
involuntarily, by court officers or into the possession of a third
party.